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AAPHSO

Asian American Public Health Student Organization

What is AAPHSO?

The Asian American Public Health Student Organization (AAPHSO) was founded to provide service opportunities, research presentations along with other learning seminars, as well as social outlets for all students at the University of Illinois at Chicago who are interested in Asian American Public Health issues.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Asian American Public Health Student Organization is to promote the health and well-being of Asian American communities and to increase awareness about the significant public health issues they face. Through research seminars, and social and community service activities, the organization will educate the University of Illinois at Chicago community about Asian American public health needs as well as support the needs of all students within the School of Public Health. In line with the Great Cities Commitment, the organization will cultivate connections between the University of Illinois at Chicago, School of Public Health and Chicago’s Asian American communities, serving as a resource for the campus to engage with off-campus Asian American organizations.

Membership

Membership is limited to UIC students, faculty and staff. All requirements must meet the Board of Trustees policies regarding nondiscrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex or national origin. Eligibility requirements of new members: be a student, faculty, or staff member of UIC. Potential members do not need to fill out an application form, pay dues, nor be required to attend a certain number of meetings to obtain membership.

Benefits

Opportunity to run for and hold office

Receive special invitation to all AAPHSO research, community and social events

Express ideas for future AAPHSO events and public health concerns for the Asian American community

Receive help in building connection with Asian American community organizations